Overview
PNRI’s Science Matters free, virtual seminars feature discussions with scientists around the globe about exciting research in genetics, genomics, and evolutionary biology with important societal impact.
Topics include research on the genetics of ethnically diverse populations, diseases afflicting vulnerable or underserved groups, and efforts to expand the diversity (broadly defined) of research subjects or the scientific workforce.
The seminars are free to attend and open to the scientific community and anyone interested in learning more about genetics. These are virtual events (via Zoom) and require advance registration. Each seminar has a unique registration link. Register for our next seminar at the bottom of this page.
9
July
12:00 noon – 1:15pm (PT)
William A. Hagopian, MD, PhD
Research Professor of Pediatrics, Indiana University School of Medicine; Consultant Lab Director, PNRI; Clinical Professor of Medicine, University of Washington
Type 1 Diabetes — Prediction, Pathogenesis, Prevention
For more than 30 years, Dr. Bill Hagopian and his team have been advancing genetic and immunological tools to predict type 1 diabetes (T1D) before symptoms appear. Their work has enabled the early identification of individuals at high risk—paving the way for studies on disease mechanisms and the development of therapies to delay or prevent the onset of hyperglycemia. Today, they continue this work to improve genetic prescreening, scale up high throughput antibody testing, better define interruptible environmental triggers, and apply these advances to population-based prediction and prevention strategies.
Please note: This seminar will be held in person only at PNRI. It will not be available on Zoom.
PNRI is located at 720 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122.
If you’d like to attend, please RSVP by emailing us at: sciencematters@pnri.org.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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PNRI’s Science Matters seminar series brings leading voices in genetics and biomedical science to our community—sparking conversation, sharing discoveries, and highlighting research that has real-world impact.
We invite companies and organizations who share our passion for innovation, health, and science education to become corporate sponsors of the Science Matters series.
By sponsoring a seminar, your company can:
- Align with cutting-edge genetic research
- Engage with a diverse audience of scientists, students, and science supporters
- Demonstrate your commitment to scientific advancement
Explore sponsorship levels and benefits on our Corporate Sponsorship page and help us bring more science to more people.
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